At the age of three, Angus' mother leaves his father and family. The traumatic experience changes Angus' life. Living in Canada, in the city of Vancouver, British Columbia during the Depression, his childhood is a chronicle of traumatic change, sense of isolation, and added responsibilities to his family.

At age fourteen, Angus drops out of school and begins his passage to adulthood. His memoir
is filled with anecdotes and tales of his work experience that includes working in retail, as a busboy, at a carnival, and on farms. Within his stories, readers will experience how the places, people, family, jobs, and co-workers, shaped his work ethic and taught him such values as integrity, dignity, accepting responsibility, and kindness. Most of his stories come from a lifetime of work experience that includes the Oil Industry and Hospital Administration in California and Alaska. From each detailed account, readers will identify with positive messages about how to obtain a harmonious and fulfilling life.

Readers will enjoy the detailed and vividly described stories. Munro addresses the importance of education to succeed, but explains that there are skills that textbooks cannot teach. Interacting and respecting each co-worker regardless of position, listening and acknowledging others, a willingness to undertake tasks beneath your position, and interacting with staff and clients, are key elements to a successful and productive work life.

A fundamental message readers will take away from his stories: It is true that it is better to give than receive, but more importantly, giving without expecting to receive makes life more enjoyable and rewarding. When you do receive, the experience will be more heartfelt and gratifying. The memory will last forever.